Fujimoto

Fujimoto is a Japanese surname written most commonly as 藤本. The first kanji 藤 refers to the wisteria plant, while 本 means origin or base; together they are often interpreted as "base of the wisteria" or "origin of the wisteria." The name is derived from toponymic origins and is widely used in Japan. It is also found among Japanese communities abroad.

The surname is common across Japan and among Japanese diaspora communities. It is typically romanized as Fujimoto, with variations arising from different transliteration systems or historical spellings in non-Japanese contexts.

Notable individuals with the surname include Tatsuki Fujimoto, a manga artist best known for Chainsaw Man, and Sou Fujimoto, an architect recognized for his experimental, light-filled structures and notable projects such as the Serpentine Gallery Pavilion designs. The name appears across various fields, including arts, architecture, academia, and industry, reflecting its broad use within Japanese society.